American Gamelan and the Ethnomusicological Imagination

Gamelan and American academic institutions have a long-standing association, with Elizabeth A. Clendinning exploring the career and community of I Made Lasmawan, a Balinese-American performer and teacher. She highlights the impact of academic world music ensembles on local and transnational communities, arguing for their importance and showcasing how performers and educators use them to create stable and rewarding artistic communities. Cross-cultural ensemble education is a worthy goal for students and teachers, particularly in a time of increasing walls and barriers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 11 September 2020
Publisher: University of Illinois Press

Gamelan and American academic institutions have enjoyed a longstanding relationship for over six decades. Elizabeth A. Clendinning delves into the life and career of I Made Lasmawan, a Balinese-American performer and teacher, to explore the impact of academic world music ensembles on local and transnational communities dedicated to education and the performing arts. Through a rich tapestry of stories, Clendinning highlights the contributions of Indonesian and American practitioners, colleagues, and friends, shedding light on the positive effects of these ensembles. While advocating for the significance of such ensembles, Clendinning also underscores how performers and educators utilize them to establish stable and fulfilling artistic communities. In today's global climate, where there is a growing tendency to erect barriers rather than build bridges, cross-cultural ensemble education emerges as a valuable pursuit for students and teachers alike.

Weight: 412g
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780252085291